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Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Complete in under 2 hours—quick, fun, and perfect for a little creative escape.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working in the round using basic amigurumi techniques, you'll create separate pieces that come together beautifully. The pattern includes helpful photos showing key construction steps, making assembly straightforward and ensuring your Appletosaurus looks picture-perfect.

Why You'll Love This Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it's the perfect blend of quirky and adorable! The fruit-dinosaur mashup is so creative and unexpected, it always brings smiles. I find the construction method fascinating, especially joining the legs to the body in one continuous round. The size is ideal for quick projects, gift-giving, or creating a whole fruit dino family. Plus, there's something incredibly satisfying about watching that little apple shape emerge as you work, and adding the leaf and stem at the end feels like putting the cherry on top of a sundae!

Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love putting my own creative spin on patterns, and the Appletosaurus offers so many fun customization opportunities! For starters, you could transform this into any fruit you love by changing the main color. Imagine a bright orange Orangosaurus with green spots, a purple Grapesaurus with tiny white seed spots, or even a yellow Bananosaurus with brown speckles. The possibilities are endless!

You can also play with the spot sizes and placement to create different patterns. Instead of the suggested spot arrangement, try making all spots the same size for a polka-dot effect, or create a gradient pattern with spots getting larger toward the tail. I've even experimented with making striped spots using color changes within each spot piece.

For a completely different look, try adding embroidered details like a little smile or rosy cheeks using pink yarn. You could also make the leaf in different colors like autumn shades of red, orange, and yellow for a fall-themed version. Some crafters have added a small flower next to the stem for an extra decorative touch that makes the apple theme even sweeter.

If you want to make your Appletosaurus even more unique, consider adding tiny wire armature inside the legs before stuffing to make them poseable, or attach a small keychain ring to the top to turn it into a bag charm. I absolutely love seeing how changing small details can give each Appletosaurus its own personality!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not stuffing the body firmly enough before closing, which can result in a floppy dinosaur that won't stand properly on its legs ✗ Forgetting to position safety eyes between rounds seven and eight with proper spacing, leading to an asymmetrical or odd-looking face ✗ Missing the back loop only instruction in round three of the legs, which creates the important base detail for realistic feet ✗ Incorrectly attaching the legs in round five of the body, causing uneven weight distribution and balance issues for the finished amigurumi ✗ Neglecting to make the dip in the top of the body after round thirty, which is essential for proper stem and leaf placement

Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable Appletosaurus with this charming fruit-themed dinosaur crochet pattern! This delightful amigurumi combines the sweetness of an apple with the prehistoric fun of a dinosaur, complete with a cute leaf crown and stem on top. Standing at 10cm tall, this mini dino features colorful spots, four sturdy legs, and a perfectly shaped tail that makes it stand proudly. Perfect for dinosaur lovers, fruit enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys whimsical handmade toys that bring a smile to every face.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Appletosaurus Fruit Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Stylecraft Special DK yarn in Matador (red)
  • 02
    Stylecraft Special DK yarn in Grass Green
  • 03
    Stylecraft Special DK yarn in Gingerbread (brown)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.5mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Two 6mm safety eyes
  • 03
    Stitch markers
  • 04
    Yarn needle
  • 05
    Fibrefill stuffing
  • 06
    Scissors

Progress Tracker

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— Legs (make four) :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc each st around (12)

Round 3 :

in BLO sc each st around (12)

Round 4 :

sc each st around (12)

Info :

Cut yarn and weave in ends

— Body :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc each st around (12)

Round 3 :

*1sc, inc* rep 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

*2sc, inc* rep 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

2sc, with the body still on your hook insert hook through any st in leg 1 and through the next st of rnd 4, complete sc, complete a further 2sc in this way, 3sc, 3sc through leg 2 and rnd 4, 3sc, 3sc through leg 3 and rnd 4, 3sc, 3sc through leg 4 and rnd 4, sc (24)

Info :

All four legs should now be attached to the body

Round 6 :

2sc, 9sc around leg 1, 3sc, 9sc around leg 2, 3sc, 9sc around leg 3, 3sc, 9 sc around leg 4, sc (48)

Round 7-11 :

sc each st around (48) (5 rnds)

Round 12 :

*7sc, inc* rep 6 times (54)

Round 13-20 :

sc each st around (54) (8 rnds)

Round 21 :

*7sc, dec* rep 6 times (48)

Round 22 :

*6sc, dec* rep 6 times (42)

Round 23 :

*5sc, dec* rep 6 times (36)

Info :

Start to stuff firmly and continue to stuff as we decrease

Round 24 :

*4sc, dec* rep 6 times (30)

Round 25 :

*3sc, dec* rep 6 times (24)

Round 26 :

*2sc, dec* rep 6 times (18)

Info :

Stop stuffing here

Round 27 :

sc each st around (18)

Round 28 :

*1sc, dec* rep 6 times (12)

Round 29 :

sc each st around (12)

Round 30 :

dec 6 times (6)

Info :

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Complete invisible close up to step 2. Insert the needle into the centre, push it through the body coming out directly at the bottom. Pull the yarn tight making a dip in the top of the body. Make a few sts on the bottom to secure. This should also raise the tummy slightly. Weave in ends

— Head :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc each st around (12)

Round 3 :

*1sc, inc* rep 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

*2sc, inc* rep 6 times (24)

Round 5-9 :

sc each st around (24) (5 rnds)

Round 10 :

6sc, *sc, dec* rep 4 times, 6sc (20)

Round 11 :

4sc, *sc, dec* rep 4 times, 4sc (16)

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rnds 7-8 ten sts apart so they appear either side of the head

Round 12-18 :

sc each st around (16) (7 Rnds)

Info :

Finish the final rnd with a slst to join. Cut yarn leaving a long tail

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

*sc, inc* rep 3 times (9)

Round 3-4 :

sc each st around (9) (2 rnds)

Round 5 :

*2sc, inc* rep 3 times (12)

Round 6-7 :

sc each st around (12) (2 rnds)

Round 8 :

*3sc, inc* rep 3 times (15)

Round 9-10 :

sc each st around (15) (2 rnds)

Round 11 :

6sc, 3inc, 6sc (18)

Round 12-13 :

sc each st around (18) (2 rnds)

Info :

Finish the final rnd with a slst to join. Cut yarn leaving a long tail

— Leaf :

Round 1 :

ch8, sc in 2nd st from hook, hdc, dc, dcinc, dc, hdc, work the following sts in the final st (sc, ch2, slst in 2nd ch from hook, sc) Now working down the other side of the ch, hdc, dc, dcinc, dc, hdc, sc, slst to join (16)

Info :

Cut yarn leaving a long tail

— Stem :

Row 1 :

Ch10, slst in 2nd ch from hook, 8slst (9)

Info :

Cut yarn leaving a long tail

— Spots :

Small Spots (make two) :

Rnd 1: 6sc in MR close with a slst (6). Cut yarn leaving a long tail

Medium Spots (make two) :

Rnd 1: 8sc in MR close with slst (8). Cut yarn leaving a long tail

Large Spots (make two) :

Rnd 1: 6sc in MR (6). Rnd 2: inc each st around close with slst (12). Cut yarn leaving a long tail

Assembly Instructions

  • Using a few small stitches, attach the leaf halfway up the stem, then sew the completed stem and leaf piece in the center of the dip on top of the body
  • Stuff the head firmly and sew it to the body over rounds 18-22, adjusting this positioning if needed to ensure your Appletosaurus balances correctly
  • Stuff the tail firmly and sew it to the body over rounds 14-19, making sure the 3 increases from round 11 are positioned towards the top
  • Sew all six spots (two small, two medium, two large) on each side of the body towards the rear section for a balanced, decorative look

Important Notes

  • 💡Use invisible decrease technique throughout the pattern to create smooth, professional-looking decreases without unsightly bumps
  • 💡The legs are attached in round 5 of the body using a join-as-you-go method, so keep the body on your hook while connecting each leg
  • 💡Creating a proper dip in the top of the body is crucial for the stem and leaf to sit correctly and look natural
  • 💡Stuff the body firmly but stop stuffing before round 27 to allow the neck portion to remain flexible for proper head attachment
  • 💡Position safety eyes carefully between rounds 7-8, spaced ten stitches apart to ensure they appear on either side of the head symmetrically
  • 💡Use stitch markers to track your rounds, especially when working the body increases and decreases
  • 💡Pin all pieces in place before sewing to ensure correct positioning and balance before final assembly

This delightful Appletosaurus pattern brings together two beloved themes: adorable dinosaurs and charming fruit motifs! Designed by Candy Downs from Hooked on Candy, this mini amigurumi showcases creative construction techniques like joining legs directly to the body and creating dimensional details with spots and a leaf crown. The finished 10cm tall dino is perfect for playtime, decoration, or as a unique handmade gift. Whether you're building a whole Fruit Dino collection or making your first themed amigurumi, this pattern offers clear instructions with helpful photos to guide you every stitch of the way. 🍎🦕 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will my finished Appletosaurus be?

When made using Stylecraft Special DK yarn and a 2.5mm crochet hook as recommended, your finished Appletosaurus will measure approximately 10cm (about 4 inches) tall.

Can I use different yarn or hook sizes for this pattern?

Yes! Using a different yarn weight or hook size will change the final size of your Appletosaurus. For a larger dino, try worsted weight yarn with a 3.5-4mm hook. Just ensure your stitches are tight enough to prevent stuffing from showing through.

How do I attach the legs to the body in round 5?

Keep the body on your hook while working round 5. When instructed, insert your hook through a stitch in the leg and then through the next stitch of the body, then complete the single crochet. This joins the leg to the body as you work around, connecting all four legs in one continuous round.

What does 'invisible decrease' mean and why should I use it?

Invisible decrease is a technique where you work through the front loops only of two stitches before completing the decrease. This creates a smoother, less bumpy finish compared to standard decreases, giving your amigurumi a more professional appearance.

Can I make the other Fruit Dinos from this collection?

Yes! The Appletosaurus is part of the Fruit Dino collection by Hooked on Candy, which includes Melonosaurus, Pearodactyl, Pineapple Rex, and Dragonfruiteratops. Each has its own unique fruit-themed design while maintaining a similar construction style.

Why won't my Appletosaurus stand up properly?

Balance issues usually stem from insufficient stuffing in the body or incorrect head positioning. Make sure to stuff the body firmly and adjust where you sew the head (recommended rounds 18-22) until you find the sweet spot where your dino stands steadily.